Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft & Bushing

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Install the bushing (2) on the stabilizer shaft (1).
Maneuver the stabilizer shaft in such away to properly install it on the frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft & Stabilizer Shaft Link

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Install the stabilizer shaft (1) on the stabilizer shaft link (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Clamp & Bolts

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NOTE:

In steps 4 and 5, DO NOT tighten the bolts or nuts to specifications. Leave the bolts and nut loose.

Install the stabilizer shaft clamp (2) and the bolts (1).
Install the bushing (2) and the upper stabilizer shaft link retaining nut with washer (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Link

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Insert a wrench (1) on the stabilizer shaft link (2) so as not to allow the stabilizer shaft link to rotate when removing or installing the retaining nut.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten the upper stabilizer shaft link retaining nut.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining nut to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
Tighten the stabilizer shaft clamp bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the clamp bolts nut to 50 N.m (16 lb ft).
Install the spare tire.
Install the rear tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.